Genuine Mexican Street Corn Tacos

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Crispy corn tortillas topped with smoky roasted corn, cotija cheese, and chipotle crema. This mexican (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs Corn tortillas, Sweet corn kernels, Cotija cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush corn tortillas with 1 tbsp olive oil and bake 5 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Let cool slightly.
  2. Step 2: In a large skillet, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 cups sweet corn kernels and 1 tsp cumin. Cook 5 minutes until caramelized and slightly charred. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo.
  3. Step 3: To assemble tacos: Spread 1/4 cup mashed avocado on each tortilla. Top with 1/4 cup roasted corn mixture, 1 tbsp crumbled cotija cheese, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro. Squeeze lime juice over each taco before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Genuine Mexican Street Corn Tacos take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Genuine Mexican Street Corn Tacos?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep corn tortillas from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Genuine Mexican Street Corn Tacos?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Genuine Mexican Street Corn Tacos for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Genuine Mexican Street Corn Tacos vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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